Remote Senior Frontend Developer (React)

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health plan

Retirement plan with company matching

Generous annual leave

Professional development budget

Equipment provided

Team-building and social events

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Frontend Developer (React) for a fully remote role within South Africa. You will design and implement user-facing features for a high-growth SaaS platform, collaborating with distributed teams to deliver scalable interfaces.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of frontend experience, strong React skills, state management with Redux or Zustand, and proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, and modern tooling like Webpack or Vite.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum 5 years frontend development experience.
• Expertise in JavaScript (ES6+) and React.
• Experience with state management libraries Redux or Zustand.
• HTML5/CSS3 and responsive design proficiency.
• Familiarity with build tools like Webpack or Vite.
• Experience with RESTful APIs and Git.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable user interfaces using React and related libraries/frameworks.
• Translate design mockups and wireframes into production-ready code.
• Collaborate with UI/UX designers, backend developers, and product managers to deliver great UX.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure quality and stability.
• Optimize performance across devices and browsers.
• Participate in code reviews and uphold coding standards.
• Contribute to frontend architecture and technology decisions.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues, implement effective solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and share knowledge within the team.
• Stay updated on emerging frontend technologies and best practices.

Skills

React

Redux

Zustand

JavaScript ES6+

HTML5

CSS3

Unit testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Webpack

Vite

REST APIs

Git

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a rapidly growing tech firm specializing in innovative SaaS solutions, and they are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Frontend Developer with expertise in React to join their fully remote team. This position offers the unique advantage of working from anywhere within South Africa , with a strong emphasis on a remote-first culture. You will play a crucial role in designing, developing, and implementing user-facing features for our cutting-edge platform. This role demands a deep understanding of modern frontend technologies, a passion for writing clean, efficient, and maintainable code, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a distributed team environment. If you are a proactive developer looking for a challenging and rewarding remote opportunity, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable and responsive user interfaces using React and related libraries/frameworks.
• Translate complex design mockups and wireframes into high-quality, production-ready code.
• Collaborate closely with UI/UX designers, backend developers, and product managers to deliver exceptional user experiences.
• Write unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and application stability.
• Optimize application performance for maximum speed and scalability across various devices and browsers.
• Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to peers and upholding coding standards.
• Contribute to architectural decisions and technology selection for frontend development.
• Troubleshoot and debug issues, identifying and implementing effective solutions.
• Mentor junior developers and share knowledge within the team.
• Stay abreast of emerging frontend technologies and best practices, advocating for their adoption where appropriate.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of professional experience in frontend development.
• Proven expertise in JavaScript (ES6+) and modern frontend frameworks, particularly React.
• Strong understanding of state management libraries (e.g., Redux, Zustand).
• Proficiency with HTML5, CSS3, and responsive design principles.
• Experience with build tools such as Webpack or Vite.
• Familiarity with RESTful APIs and asynchronous request handling.
• Experience with version control systems, preferably Git.
• Strong understanding of web performance optimization techniques.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently in a remote setting.
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for remote collaboration.

Benefits

• Highly competitive annual salary of R .
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering unparalleled flexibility.
• Generous contribution towards a private health plan.
• Retirement savings plan with company matching.
• Generous annual leave and public holiday allowances.
• Budget for professional development, including online courses and conferences.
• Company-provided equipment.
• Regular virtual team-building activities and social events.
• Opportunities for significant career growth within a fast-paced startup environment.